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Album	You	Global	Diff
Virgin Suicides Air	5	3.24	+1.76
Sound Affects The Jam	5	3.26	+1.74
First Band On The Moon The Cardigans	5	3.29	+1.71
Horses Patti Smith	5	3.31	+1.69
Melodrama Lorde	5	3.32	+1.68
You Want It Darker Leonard Cohen	5	3.32	+1.68
Bossanova Pixies	5	3.38	+1.62
The Fat Of The Land The Prodigy	5	3.4	+1.6
Live! Fela Kuti	5	3.44	+1.56
Sign 'O' The Times Prince	5	3.45	+1.55

You Love Less Than Most

Album	You	Global	Diff
Bookends Simon & Garfunkel	1	3.56	-2.56
The College Dropout Kanye West	1	3.31	-2.31
Vulgar Display Of Power Pantera	1	2.97	-1.97
Planet Rock: The Album Afrika Bambaataa	1	2.79	-1.79
People's Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm A Tribe Called Quest	2	3.61	-1.61
So Peter Gabriel	2	3.54	-1.54
Blue Lines Massive Attack	2	3.38	-1.38
You've Come a Long Way Baby Fatboy Slim	2	3.34	-1.34
Rain Dogs Tom Waits	2	3.19	-1.19
The Modern Lovers The Modern Lovers	2	3.05	-1.05

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Black Sabbath	2	5

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Simon & Garfunkel	4, 1

5-Star Albums (21)

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Sound Affects

The Jam · 1 likes

5/5

Loved the stylish sound and great bass throughout. The sharp, groovy post-punk vibe really worked for me.

Common · 1 likes

3/5

This isn’t usually my style, but I’ve got to admit that this one flowed. The album feels smooth and thoughtful, balancing soulful beats with a grounded presence.

1-Star Albums (4)

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Rush

4/5

Live!

Fela Kuti

5/5

Loved the funky groovy mood, the drums, and how danceable this album is.

A Hard Day's Night

Beatles

5/5

Short and sweet! Fell for the harmonies and the mix of energy and tenderness.

Green

R.E.M.

4/5

Politically charged alt rock with brains and mood. Loved the darker tracks.

Achtung Baby

3/5

Some songs blurred together and felt dull. The standouts for me are Love is Blindness, Ultra Violet, One, and Who’s Gonna Ride Your Wild Horses.

Peter Gabriel

2/5

Tried to get into it, but just couldn’t. Nothing stood out. Didn’t feel it in the lyrics, the vibe, or the voice. Not for me.

Melodrama

Lorde

5/5

Love this album for its raw sound and emotional journey. Can’t relate to the theme, but the album is great.

At Budokan

Cheap Trick

4/5

Fun, loud, and energizing. The background sounds of charmingly naive crowd added to the experience.

The College Dropout

Kanye West

1/5

Can’t listen to this 💩

Vol. 4

Black Sabbath

5/5

Dark and powerful. I loved the heavy guitars and drums across the whole album. Didn’t love the drug themes, but the overall atmosphere really worked for me.

Night Life

Ray Price

3/5

Slow and smooth classic with warm, velvety vocals. Didn’t expect to like this, but not bad!

Sign 'O' The Times

Prince

5/5

Super artistic, playful, and full of personality. Loved how diverse it is. Just a wild ride through themes and sounds.

The Only Ones

2/5

Didn’t connect with Peter Perrett’s voice. It made the songs feel a bit dull to me. Some nice guitar work in places, but overall the album didn’t land.

Electric

The Cult

4/5

Stripped down and full of energy classic hard rock sound and a thousand variations of ‘yeah’. Fun and punchy, but felt a bit generic overall.

Parsley, Sage, Rosemary And Thyme

Simon & Garfunkel

4/5

Gentle, calm, and poetic album with beautiful harmonies and melancholic mood.

Sound Affects

The Jam

5/5

Loved the stylish sound and great bass throughout. The sharp, groovy post-punk vibe really worked for me.

Vulgar Display Of Power

Pantera

1/5

Way too much brutal energy and shouting for me. Couldn’t get through it. Not my thing.

Smash

The Offspring

3/5

Fun and fast-paced burst of teenage nostalgia.

Adele

5/5

I love this album. Hard to believe she wrote it at 21. It’s emotionally powerful, beautiful, and timeless.

Faust IV

Faust

2/5

It’s weird, but I like weird. Liked the futuristic and hypnotic sound. More of a mood piece than a regular listen.

Superfuzz Bigmuff

Mudhoney

4/5

Loud and energized. I love grunge for its rawness. Definitely hear the influence on Nirvana.

In Utero

Nirvana

5/5

Very honest, very powerful and painful.

Meat Puppets II

Meat Puppets

2/5

Weird to hear traces of country in rock. Found it a bit too sloppy, and I didn’t quite like the vocals. An interesting mix, but not for me.

Guero

Beck

5/5

Such a cool and bright mix of moods, styles, and sounds! Really multilayered music. Funky, bold, colorful, and very textured.

Another Green World

Brian Eno

3/5

A nice ambient album. Beautifully produced, great as background music, but not particularly memorable for me.

You Want It Darker

Leonard Cohen

5/5

Deep, wise, and poetic. A farewell filled with grace and reflection. There’s so much wisdom in this album.

The Modern Lovers

2/5

Appreciate the idea behind it and the lyrics but just couldn’t connect with the way too relaxed manner of singing. Not really memorable.

Planet Rock: The Album

Afrika Bambaataa

1/5

The xx

4/5

I enjoyed it. Minimalistic and simple, but intimate and reaching the heart.

Elephant Mountain

The Youngbloods

3/5

Jazzy and soft, but not really memorable. Enjoyable as background music, it didn’t leave a strong impression.

Wild Gift

3/5

Fun to listen to, with a different kind of punk vibe. Still, it didn’t feel particularly memorable for me.

Stephen Stills

3/5

Interesting blend of styles like folk, blues, gospel. Great guitar work. But the lyrics didn’t resonate with me, and the overall style isn’t really my thing.

Aja

Steely Dan

3/5

Nice smooth jazz and blues. Felt good as background music. Elegant, easy, and well-crafted, but didn’t hit me emotionally.

No Other

Gene Clark

4/5

Loved the lyrics and the spiritual longing. The dreamy production was beautiful. Sad Gene Clark wasn’t recognized in his lifetime. It’s a moving and quietly powerful album.

Wild Is The Wind

Nina Simone

5/5

This album hit me on an emotional level I didn’t expect. Nina Simone’s voice feels like a private conversation. Intimate, soulful, and full of quiet storms. There’s something weightless and eternal in how she delivers the songs. I’ll return to this album when I need something soulful.

The Cars

4/5

Fun and catchy. Balanced instruments and good sound.

The Stone Roses

5/5

This album had a magnetic pull. I Wanna Be Adored and Made of Stone stood out immediately. One oozing with ego, the other quietly unraveling. I loved the way this album blended rock with a psychedelic haze without ever losing its groove. There’s something hypnotic about the sound. It felt both of its time and weirdly timeless. I’d come back to this when I want to feel energized and a little detached from reality.

Paranoid

Black Sabbath

5/5

This album hit like a punch and a prophecy. The guitar riffs are crisp, massive, and unforgettable. Ozzy’s voice is haunting and unique. It still feels super relevant. War Pigs, Iron Man, Electric Funeral.

People's Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm

A Tribe Called Quest

2/5

Songs In The Key Of Life

Stevie Wonder

5/5

This album felt like stepping into an entire world. Each track brings something new, yet it all hangs together with Stevie’s unmistakable voice and feeling. His talent is undeniable. This is the kind of album you live with. A soulful journey I’ll definitely revisit.

Hard Again

Muddy Waters

3/5

It was interesting to step into the world of electric blues, and there’s no denying Muddy Waters’ presence. The raw energy and the swagger of the band are awesome. But after a while, the repetition and hyper-masculine energy wore thin for me.

Eli And The Thirteenth Confession

Laura Nyro

3/5

This album felt like a milestone for the industry and for female artistry. It’s wildly expressive, poetic, and emotionally unfiltered. But as much as I respected it, it didn’t really land for me emotionally. Still, it’s the kind of album I’m glad to have heard once.

Common

3/5

This isn’t usually my style, but I’ve got to admit that this one flowed. The album feels smooth and thoughtful, balancing soulful beats with a grounded presence.

Darklands

The Jesus And Mary Chain

4/5

This album sets a powerful mood. It’s minimalistic, ambient, and ideal for rainy afternoons. I loved the stripped-back sound and its emotionally cold yet not hollow feel. However, it didn’t quite connect with my current mood. I can imagine revisiting it when I want to immerse myself in a quieter, darker mindset, but for now, it felt more like watching a storm than being in it.

First Band On The Moon

The Cardigans

5/5

I really enjoyed this one. It’s light, fun, and charming, and definitely more than just pop. The contrast between the sweet, almost retro melodies and the darker, emotionally tangled lyrics works beautifully. There’s a cleverness to it that doesn’t take itself too seriously. A solid, stylish listen that I’d come back to when I want something catchy with a bite.

Virgin Suicides

Air

5/5

This album flowed so smoothly. Mystical and romantic at the same time. It felt soft, sad, and a little surreal. Perfect for a train ride when you just want to sink into the background and let your thoughts wander.

The Village Green Preservation Society

The Kinks

3/5

This album felt deeply nostalgic and unmistakably English. The themes were sweet and the storytelling was charming, full of small details and gentle humor. It didn’t hit me emotionally, but I appreciated the way it painted its world. A soft listen with a strong sense of place.

Gasoline Alley

Rod Stewart

2/5

I couldn’t really connect with this one. Rod Stewart’s voice clearly carries emotion, but something about the delivery just didn’t land for me. The whole album felt a bit dated and bland.

Thriller

Michael Jackson

4/5

An album full of bangers. Every track feels like a hit. It’s essential listening for understanding pop and the 80s in general, not just for the songs themselves but for the way it shaped music, videos, and stardom. Slick production, iconic performances, and an energy that still holds up decades later.

The Fat Of The Land

The Prodigy

5/5

A powerful, cinematic rush. Energizing, emotional, and impossible to sit still to. This is electronic music with real thought and craft behind it, balancing raw aggression with atmosphere. Perfect for imagining yourself in a high-stakes movie scene.

Skylarking

XTC

3/5

I appreciate the album’s concept and the way it moves through different moods and styles. It’s diverse, detailed, and pleasant to listen to, but it didn’t grab me enough to make me want to return. More of an interesting one-time experience than a future favourite.

Metallica

4/5

A great listen. Powerful and complex while still being accessible. The riffs hit hard, the production is massive, and the balance between heaviness and melody makes it easy to see why this album became such a landmark in metal and beyond.

808 State

2/5

Fun and groovy, this is music built for raving or hallucinating rather than sitting down and listening closely. Hypnotic beats and textures make it easy to imagine its impact on early rave culture, but it’s not an album I’d reach for outside of that context.

You've Come a Long Way Baby

Fatboy Slim

2/5

Kinda fun, but the repetition wore on me after a while. Still, I can see exactly why it blew up. Big, cheeky, and built for late-90s parties and festivals. A cultural moment, even if not one I’d revisit often.

Take Me Apart

Kelela

3/5

This one felt pretty mediocre to me. I didn’t find it particularly emotional or special. I’d rather give this place to Ariana Grande’s record. A smooth listen, but not one that stood out.

Forever Changes

Love

4/5

I loved the variety in the music, the mix of unusual sounds with poetic, meaningful lyrics. It’s psychedelic rock at its most evocative: beautiful on the surface, but with an unsettling undercurrent.

Odelay

Beck

4/5

I like the chaos. This album is fun, unpredictable, and packed with weird energy. The funky, sample-heavy tracks speak to me most, and Beck’s playful approach makes it an interesting, entertaining listen.

3 + 3

The Isley Brothers

3/5

Funky and groovy with great guitar work, but the lyrics and meanings felt a bit predictable and repetitive. Still, it’s easy to hear why the sound was so influential in shaping funk and soul.

Tusk

Fleetwood Mac

4/5

A very pleasant listen, with the experimental edge resonating most. There’s a punkish energy here that I loved, even though the lyrical ballads were beautiful too. At times it felt incoherent, but that unpredictability made it special.

Steve McQueen

Prefab Sprout

3/5

I couldn’t really resonate with the breakup themes or the sound of this album. It wasn’t bad, but it also wasn’t memorable enough to stick with me.

If You Can Believe Your Eyes & Ears

The Mamas & The Papas

3/5

The harmonies were fun and the sound reminded me a bit of The Beatles. It does feel dated, but in a charming, sunshine-pop kind of way.

Midnight Ride

Paul Revere & The Raiders

3/5

A great example of 60s garage rock with plenty of energy, but I found it a bit repetitive overall.

Violator

Depeche Mode

5/5

I really enjoyed this one. This is electronic music with a soul. Dark and emotional, yet ambient and hypnotic, it makes you feel something deeper than just the beats.

Live At The Regal

B.B. King

4/5

The energy was undeniable, and I loved how B.B. King’s voice and guitar felt like a duo in constant conversation.

Time Out Of Mind

Bob Dylan

3/5

It felt dark and bluesy, carrying weight in its atmosphere and poetry. Still, it came across a bit monotonous for my taste, even if I can appreciate the depth of the lyrics.

Led Zeppelin III

Led Zeppelin

5/5

I enjoyed this album. It felt diverse and intense. I liked the string-like textures and the folk, bluesy tones, but what really drove me was how they turned it into rock. Since I’ve Been Loving You stood out especially. Deeply emotional with impeccable guitar work.

The Coral

3/5

It was okay—quirky in a way that didn’t fully click with me. Some songs had good music, but overall it wasn’t really to my liking.

Here's Little Richard

Little Richard

4/5

A blast of fun rock ’n’ roll, full of raw energy and wild performance. You can feel how much life and excitement he poured into every track.

Infected

The The

2/5

Mask

Bauhaus

3/5

Atmospheric and artistic, with an experimental edge that felt way ahead of its time. I especially connected with the moody, textured side of the album—it really shows why Bauhaus are seen as pioneers.

Blue Lines

Massive Attack

2/5

Rain Dogs

Tom Waits

2/5

Weird, theatrical, and full of character—but not really my thing. I can appreciate the creativity and storytelling, but the sound and style didn’t click with me.

Pump

Aerosmith

3/5

I'm Your Man

Leonard Cohen

3/5

Pretenders

3/5

Bookends

Simon & Garfunkel

1/5

Beautiful, poetic storytelling paired with a thoughtful, cohesive concept. The album feels reflective and human, quietly exploring time, memory, and disconnection in a way that lingers rather than demands attention.

Bossanova

Pixies

5/5

I really loved this album. The pace, the rhythm, and the emotional undercurrent all clicked for me. It feels cool and controlled but still expressive. Velouria with its theremin stood out as especially mysterious and whimsically romantic.

Horses

Patti Smith

5/5

Loved this album. Artistic, poetic, and emotional. It carries pure, raw energy that feels both legendary and deeply personal. Patti’s voice and vision come across as unapologetic and powerful. A true icon.